THE Federation of International Cable TV Associations of the Philippines (Fictap) called on the Senate to stop the implementation of 'harsh' regulatory penalties that could jeopardize the industry's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

In a statement on Wednesday, Fictap national chairman Estrellita Juliano-Tamano said that the group has been sending letters to Senate President Francis Escudero and Public Service Committee chairman Sen. Raffy Tulfo, asking for their support in 'saving a vital industry from extinction.'